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Lead Software Engineer - Backend NodeJS/Typescript/REST API

Universal Orlando Resort

Job Summary

The Lead Software Engineer - NodeJS role at Universal Orlando Resort is a pivotal position within the Digital Technology - Integration Services team. This role is responsible for providing technical leadership and delivery of technology solutions that enhance the Guest and Team Member experience. The Lead Software Engineer will be involved in defining, developing, testing, analyzing, and delivering both hardware and software programs and applications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Technical Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of business analysts, programmer analysts, developers, and architects in the conceptualization and development of software programs and applications.
  • Defect Triage: Build and lead a team to quickly identify and resolve defects found during the software development and quality assurance cycles.
  • Testing and Debugging: Design, run, and monitor software tests on new and existing systems to correct errors, isolate areas for improvement, and perform general debugging.
  • Documentation: Lead the documentation of system business requirements, technical requirements, specifications, and test cases on a project-by-project basis.
  • Release Management: Support Release Management and Change Control processes along with other UPR Compliance Initiatives.

Required Skills and Experience

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Computer Information Technology, Computer Programming and Analysis, Industrial Technology, or Electronics Engineering Technology.
  • Experience: 7+ years of equivalent work experience in software development, with a preference for experience in leading enterprise engineering projects or teams.
  • Technical Expertise: Proven hands-on experience with NodeJS, TypeScript, JavaScript, ExpressJS, and familiarity with Mocha, CouchDB, Redis, Kafka, Docker, and Kubernetes.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
  • Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving techniques, including conflict resolution, debugging, triaging, and troubleshooting.

Additional Information

This position is based in Orlando, Florida, and may require travel to other NBCUniversal parks and properties on occasion. Universal Orlando Resort offers a competitive compensation package and is committed to providing a balanced and rewarding work environment that encourages individual growth and development.

Universal Orlando Resort is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits
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  • Competitive compensation package
  • Career growth opportunities
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  • Travel opportunities to other NBCUniversal parks

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